Zapping the brain to stop the shakes?
NCT ID NCT02052271
First seen May 01, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a non-invasive technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to see if it could reduce tremors in people with essential tremor. 16 adults with moderate to severe tremor that didn't respond well to standard treatments received mild electrical stimulation over the cerebellum. Researchers measured changes in tremor using clinical scales and recordings.
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Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle, Hôpital Pitié-Salpétrière
Paris, 75651, France
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